Why we withdrew bill prescribing imprisonment for failure to recite national anthem – Speaker Abbas

This decision follows his extensive consultations with a broad range of stakeholders and a careful consideration of the nation’s current circumstances.

By Deborah Hassan 

365Daily – The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has explained why the green chamber decided to withdraw the Counter Subversion Bill and other related draft legislation.

In a press statement issued by his Special Adviser in Media and Publicity, Musa Abdullahi Krishi, on Wednesday, August 14, 2024,, the Speaker explained that it was in response to the voices and concerns of the people,

The statement added that this decision follows his extensive consultations with a broad range of stakeholders and a careful consideration of the nation’s current circumstances.

It added, “Speaker Abbas Tajudeen, a champion of the people’s interests, has always prioritised listening to the citizens and fostering unity. His decision reflects his commitment to ensuring that the House remains truly the People’s House.

“He acknowledges the significance of the concerns raised and the attention the Bill has garnered, reaffirming that he will never support any action that might disrupt the peace and unity of our nation.

“The public is hereby notified of the withdrawal of the Counter Subversion Bill and other related ones introduced on July 23, 2024.”

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